Briggs & Stratton Harrier 41 manual Trouble Shooting, Problem Possible Fault Remedy

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE FAULT

REMEDY

 

 

 

Engine will not turn over

Engine stop lever released.

Operate engine stop lever.

 

Incorrect oil level.

Check oil level.

 

Obstruction under deck.

Remove obstruction.

 

Battery discharged (412 Only)

Charge battery

 

 

 

Engine smokes

Excess oil level.

Check oil level.

 

Air cleaner cartridge oil

Service air cleaner.

 

soaked or blocked.

 

 

 

 

Engine runs then stops

Fuel starvation.

Fill fuel tank.

 

Fuel cap vent blocked.

Clean fuel cap vent.

 

 

 

Engine will not start

Engine under load.

Raise height of cut.

 

Fuel starvation.

Fill fuel tank.

 

Engine cold.

Set throttle to ‘choke’ position.

 

Incorrect/contaminated fuel.

Drain fuel tank and fill with

 

 

correct fuel.

 

Spark plug lead disconnected.

Connect spark plug lead.

 

Throttle setting incorrect.

Set throttle to ‘fast’ position.

 

Engine brake not released.

Operate engine brake lever.

 

Faulty spark plug.

Clean and adjust gap or replace.

 

Battery discharged (412 Only)

Charge battery

 

Wiring fault.

Check wiring.

 

 

 

Engine runs rough

Spark plug lead becoming

Connect spark plug lead.

 

disconnected in use.

 

 

Faulty spark plug.

Clean and adjust gap or replace.

 

Air cleaner blocked.

Service air cleaner.

 

Incorrect/contaminated fuel.

Drain tank and fill with correct fuel.

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Contents Harrier Main Features /SPECIFICATIONS Main FeaturesSpecifications Contents Introduction Limited Warranty WarrantyPreparation Safety PrecautionsSafety Alert Symbol TrainingOperation Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead Maintenance & StorageDecal Symbols Safety SymbolsDelivery Checklist Assembling the MowerGrassbag Attachment Check Oil Level Before Starting the MowerPrevent Engine Damage Oil TypeStep Operating the MowerControls Starting StepStopping Electric StartForward Travel TurningGrassbag SlopesHeight of Cut Before MowingWithout Grass Collection Friction DiscNon-Grassed Areas Lawn Care Calendar November AugustSeptember October50Hrs or Every Season Maintenance ScheduleDaily 25Hrs or Every SeasonEngine Mower MaintenanceThrottle Cable Adjustment Carburettor AdjustmentsAir Cleaner Service Oil ServiceKeeping Engine Clean Spark Plug ServiceDeck Housing Clutch Cable AdjustmentSecuring Nuts & Bolts Cutterblade Removal LubricationCutterblade Sharpening Cutterblade AssemblyStorage To recharge the battery Battery chargingProblem Possible Fault Remedy Trouble ShootingTrouble Shooting EC Declaration of Conformity Declaration of ConformityParts List Parts Item no Description QTY 410A Parts List 411A/412A Parts List Type Customer Information /NOTESGardening Tools Direct